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The Sleep Anxiety Spiral: Why Worrying About Sleep Makes It Worse

In our day-to-day life, we often talk about productivity and hard work. Among the chaos, the necessary thing is ignored i.e. sleep. Biologically speaking, sleep is essential for various bodily functions, such as cell repair, improved digestion, and maintaining immunity,

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How to Tell If You’re Experiencing Hypochondria (And What to Do)

Think of illness anxiety disorder, commonly known as hypochondria, as your brain’s alarm system getting stuck in the “on” position when it comes to health concerns. It’s not just being careful about your health – it’s when that careful attention

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The Connection Between Mindfulness and Success 

Today, everybody on social media appears to be heading towards success. Whether it is the case regarding academic success, professional success, or achievements in personal life, success is a defining end for every person. Do you ever wonder about the

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Daytime Sleepiness and Dementia: Alarming Link You Shouldn’t Miss on 

Do you often feel tired or sleepy during the day? It might be more than just a sign of ageing. A recent study has highlighted a concerning link between daytime sleepiness and an increased risk of dementia, particularly in older

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The Approach Of Cognitive Psychology And Its Role In Mental Health

Cognitive Psychology is a branch of psychology that studies and focuses on internal mental processes, how everything works inside our brain, like how we think, memorize, and perceive the world, how we pay attention to particular things and ignore the

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Psychologist’s Insights on Hypervigilance: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

Hyper-vigilance is a state of heightened awareness and alertness toward real or potential threats that result from trauma or other anxiety disorders, as defined by APA. A person with hyper-vigilance is always scanning his surroundings for threats, thus increasing anxiety,

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The Long-Term Effects of Untreated Mental Illness

Mental illness is a significant public health problem worldwide, affecting millions. Though many receive some form of treatment, an even larger number fail to get the care they need. The effects of untreated mental illness can be very significant and

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5 Ways to Ensure Your Senior Loved One Receives the Best Care

As loved ones age, their needs extend naturally beyond physical, mental, and emotional well-being. For these reasons, caring for them requires compassion, dedication, and thoughtful planning. It’s important to sort out the best ways and manner in which one could

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How Does Cognitive Appraisal Influence Our Emotional Responses and Behavior?

The term “cognitive appraisal” refers to the subjective interpretation of the stimuli. Each individual has their interpretation leading to unique emotional responses. Cognitive appraisal can be done unconsciously or even consciously. The James-Lange suggests that cognitive appraisal may occur unconsciously,

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The Role of Women in the Early History of Psychology

In my psychology class, I noticed that women outnumbered men. Most of my professors were women as well. When I used to go to the clinic for therapy sessions, the names on the board were mostly of women rather than